Events
The KJWA Kettlebell Juggling Challenge
The challenge lasts 5 minutes and begins with a "Buy-In":
Complete 1 rep per hand of each of the basic kettlebell juggling move:
- 1 Simple with the right hand / 1 simple with the left hand
- 1 Reverse Simple with the right hand / 1 Reverse Simple with the left hand.
- 1 Helicopter right hand / 1 Helicopter left hand
- 1 Oblique right hand / 1 Oblique left hand
- 1 Mug right hand / 1 Mug left hand
Then, in the time remaining, complete as many Reverse Simple's as possible.
Score = Number of reps x Kettlebell Weight in Kg
Rules:
- All flips are hand-to-hand.
- They must be done in the above order.
- Use any size kettlebell.
- You will receive 1 point for each rep completed; including the "Buy-In" reps
- The kettlebell can be placed on the ground. You can rest as needed.
- If you drop the kettlebell, you will not get a point for that rep.
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Events
The 5 Min. Kettlebell Jerk Challenge
The Kettlebell Jerk includes the following parts:
- Rack Lockout
- Jerk, Push Press or Press
- Full Lockout
Rules:
- The Jerk starts with the kettlebell set on the ground.
- At the Time Keeper's call of "Start!" The lifter cleans the kettlebell to the Rack Position and locks out.
- Lifters must demonstrate a brief, but distinct pause in the Rack Lockout Position with the kettlebell(s) stationary. This is referred to as “Fixation.”
- Following the Rack Lockout, the lifter jerks, push presses, or presses the kettlebells into the Full Body Lockout Position.
- The repetition is completed at the Full Body Lockout Position. Once this position is reached, a count is given by the Judge.
- Lifters must demonstrate a brief, but distinct pause in the Full Body Lockout Position with the kettlebell(s) stationary overhead. This is referred to as “Fixation.” The lifter must wait for the Judge to give the count in order for the repetition to be complete.
- Transition between repetitions: Following Full Body Lockout Position and after the Judge’s count, the lifter must drop the kettlebell(s) into the Rack Position and lock out prior to performing the next Jerk repetition.
- Multiple switches and set downs allowed.
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Equipment and Gear
Kettlebells - PROKETTLEBELLS
We highly recommend PROKETTLEBELLS. They have the highest quality bells on the market with the most cutting edge design. Plus they are completely made in the USA.
Chalk - VIKN PERFORMANCE
Next let’s talk about chalk. Chalk helps you grip the kettlebell and will make your life just that little bit easier. We use and recommend VIKN performance chalk company. They have both Liquid and powder chalk. We suggest liquid if you are training at home it takes a minute to dry but will make less mess.
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Shorts - KETTLEBELL BOMBSHELL
Next, what about shorts? Kettlebell training has a lot of times where your hands can pull or snag on your shorts, but especially if they are loose. So we suggest getting some tighter cycling style shorts like these made by KETTLEBELL BOMBSHELL. We own multiple pairs and love them.
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